HIGHLIGHTS AT FCC

October 1, 2026

419.756.3046

www.mansfieldfcc.com

SUNDAY WORSHIP

8:30 am - Chapel

10:30 am - Sanctuary

Pastor Brad's Message This Week:

A Public Faith

Please join us in Blymyer Hall following the

10:30 Worship Service for coffee and fellowship

September 27

Chapel 22

Sanctuary 95

OFFICIAL NOTICE

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING

THIS Sunday, October 4, 2026

Immediately following the 10:30 Worship Service, the First Congregational Church will hold a Congregational Meeting. The purpose of the meeting is to approve the 2027 Proposed Church Operating Budget. The Endowment Committee will also be presenting a revised Endowment Policy for approval at this meeting. The meeting will take place in the Sanctuary. For those with small children, babysitting will be provided.

Copies of the proposed budget and the revised Endowment Policy are available in the church office for anyone wishing a copy prior to the meeting.

RUMMAGE SALE HELP IS ALWAYS NEEDED!!!

PRE-SALE THIS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4

(immediately following the Budget Meeting)

FOR CHURCH MEMBERS ONLY!

PUBLIC SALE, OCTOBER 7 & 8

(Wednesday, 9 am - 4 pm; Thursday, 9 am - 12 noon)

HALLOWEEN CANDY/COSTUMES

This Sunday, October 4, we will begin collecting candy AND new or gently used kids' costumes for Trunk or Treat which will take place on Sunday, October 25th from 3 - 5:00 pm. Candy/costumes can be placed in the church office until after the Rummage Sale.

CONNE BAND/CONDREA MASON

"The Ladies of Soul"

Friday, October 9, 6 pm, Blymyer Hall

Amazing local vocalist and band present a Cabaret style show in our fellowship hall. This one night only event requires a reservation due to limited seating. Donations will be accepted. Contact Dee in the church office at 419.756.3046 to make your reservation.

BLESSING OF THE PETS

Join us for "Blessing of the Pets" on Sunday, October 11, at 10:30 am, in Blymyer Hall. As part of "Blessing of the Pets", we will be collecting items for the Humane Society. Collections will be accepted through Sunday, October 18. Here is an abbreviated list of shelter needs: canned kitten food (any brand), Purina brand cat/kitten food, Purina brand dog/puppy chow, soft/chewy dog treats, bleach, dryer sheets, paper towels, just to name a few. Kids are welcome to bring their stuffies!!

OCTOBER IN-SPIRED GATHERING

The October In-Spired Gathering will take place on Thursday, October 15th and will feature Henry Richards of Steadfast Manufacturing. His specialty is building Hot Rods and Classic cars from the chassis on up. This will be a unique program for those of us who know where to fill the car with fuel and that's about it. We will gather in Blymyer Hall for social time at 11:30, lunch at 12 and program at 12:40. The cost is $10 and reservations are due by Monday, October 12th.

CONGO BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

The book discussion group will meet on Monday, October 19th at 2 pm, in the library. The book they will be discussing is Mona's Eyes by Thomas Schlesser. Everyone is invited!

FCC SOARING GROUP

The FCC Soaring Group is headed to Racho Fiesta on Thursday, October 22, at 6 pm. Please plan to join us!

For questions or to make a reservation, please contact Betty Carpenter at 419-774-0016. Reservations are needed by Monday, October 19.

NEW ADDITION TO THE CHURCH LIBRARY

Many of you may know Solveig Root wrote a book titled Accepting Parkinson's with Wit and Wisdom. She has generously donated 3 copies to our church library. This same book can be purchased on Amazon. Enjoy!

Monday -Thursday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm